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Routine preventive hygiene

Do not use broodcombs in honey super

Good Beekeeping Practices
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To prevent contamination of the honey produced, old brood frames should not be used in the honey supers. Old brood frames may contain residues of medications used for Varroa control. They can also darken light-coloured honey and impart an undesirable flavour to the honey.